Patriots look toward future after regressing post-Brady exit
The New England Patriots entered the season facing an uncertain future and ended it the same wayJANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ADAM BUTLER #69 - DEFENSIVE TACKLE - LAS VEGAS RAIDERS
34 TCKL •
0 INT •
0 SCK
34 TCKL
0 INT
0 SCK
Thigh injury arises Week 17 Butler (thigh) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jets, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Impact Depth along the interior defensive line will be depleted as long as Butler is unavailable after he exited in the fourth quarter with four tackles and a sack to his ledger. Butler has now registered four sacks since Week 12, but Akeem Spence may have to step into a more integral role at defensive tackle if the 26-year-old proves unable to return.
JANUARY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Third sack in four games Butler made four tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 22-12 loss to the Dolphins.
Impact Butler rang up six sacks last season, but he started the 2020 season on a brutal cold streak. Through the first 10 games, Butler failed to post a sack. He has turned it around of late, posting three sacks over the last four games, adding 15 tackles in that stretch. Butler will look to finish on a high note with games against the Bills and the Jets to close out the season.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Patriots still chasing playoffs coming off dominant win
The Patriots did what they needed to do in the first part of their two-game West Coast road trip, routing the Los Angeles Chargers 45-0DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cleared for Week 13 Butler (shoulder) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Chargers.
Impact The 26-year-old was held to limited participation during Friday's practice, but he's shown enough in pregame warmups to get the nod for a crucial Week 13 showdown. Butler earned his second start of the 2020 campaign last Sunday against the Cardinals, also notching his first sack of the season during that contest.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Unfiltered Notebook 12/3: Attitude and focus for Butler Coming off one of the best games of his career, Adam Butler is trying his best to do it again.
DECEMBER 4, 2020 • PATRIOTS.COM
Patriots DT Adam Butler making strong case to earn contract extension Patriots DE Adam Butler has quietly been proving that he deserves a contract extension. Despite playing an objectively ugly brand of footbal...
DECEMBER 1, 2020 • MUSKETFIRE.COM
Patriots Week 12 film review: Adam Butler's all-out effort was key to victory Patriots Week 12 film review: Adam Butler’s all-out effort a key to victory
DECEMBER 1, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Adam Butler, unlikely contributors step up as Patriots defense clamps down on Murray, Cardinals | Boston Sports Journal Boston's fast-growing, fully-credentialed, flying-everywhere collection of professional journalists covering Patriots, Red Sox, Bruins, Celt...
NOVEMBER 30, 2020 • BOSTONSPORTSJOURNAL.COM
Patriots' goal-line stand proves key win over Cardinals
The Patriots have had several moments this season when they haven’t been able to make a big play when they’ve needed to in close gamesNOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Patriots DT Adam Butler breaks out for career performance after missing first career game Butler recorded a sack, three QB hits and a pass deflection in his return from injury Sunday against the Cardinals.
NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
Pats keep playoff hopes alive with 20-17 win over Cardinals
Nick Folk kicked a 50-yard field goal as time expired, and the New England Patriots rallied in the second half to beat the Arizona Cardinals 20-17NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Drew Lock gets start at QB for Broncos vs. Dolphins
Drew Lock will get the start at quarterback when the Denver Broncos host the Miami Dolphins despite missing practice Wednesday with bruised ribs and a strained oblique he sustained...NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't play Sunday Butler has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Houston with a shoulder injury.
Impact The 26-year-old was limited at practice all week and was originally considered questionable, but he was downgraded to out Saturday. Tashawn Bower and Isaiah Mack could have increased roles Sunday in Butler's absence.
NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to play Sunday Butler (elbow) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Impact Butler practiced in a limited fashion all week to earn the questionable tag, but he's good to go for Week 7. The 26-year-old should play his usual role up front for New England's defense.
OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Declared questionable for Sunday Butler (elbow) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the 49ers.
Impact Butler maintained limited participation all week in practice, so he's trending in the right direction. He's expected to start at defensive end if he's active, but Deatrich Wise is in line to take over if Butler can't go.
OCTOBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Resolve is high for Patriots after rough outing vs Broncos
The Patriots did their best to prepare for their matchup with Denver while adjusting to an outbreak of COVID-19 cases in their locker room and the resulting lack of practice time t...OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bush, Board among key injuries in NFL's Week 6
Two of the biggest injuries in the NFL's sixth weekend of play Sunday were to Pittsburgh second-year inside linebacker Devin Bush and New York Giants receiver COCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
McManus' 6 FGs lift Broncos over Pats in COVID-delayed game
Denver's Brandon McManus had six field goals and linebacker Malik Reed came up with a big sack late to help the Broncos hold on for an 18-12 win over the New England Patriots in a...OCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Leaves game Sunday Butler (elbow) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Denver.
Impact Butler has played every game this season despite managing a shoulder problem, but he appears to be dealing with a new issue. As long as Butler is sidelined, Lawrence Guy and Deatrich Wise are the only healthy defensive ends on the roster for Sunday's game.
OCTOBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Monday Butler (shoulder) is active for Monday's game versus the Chiefs.
Impact Butler will avoid missing his first game since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2017. He's handled a consistent role on the Patriots' defensive line this season and has recorded eight total tackles.
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sunday's game Butler (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs.
Impact This is Butler's third straight week on the injury report with a shoulder issue, and he's been able to play through it so far, recording five tackles over the last two weeks. If Butler ends up missing time, expect Deatrich Wise to bump into a starting role.
OCTOBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Ready for Week 2 Butler (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Impact Butler was limited in practice due to a shoulder all week, but he's managed to get healthy in time to face Seattle. He'll handle his usual rotational role along New England's defensive line.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Considered questionable The Patriots have listed Butler (shoulder) as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.
Impact Butler was limited at practice all week, rendering his questionable designation as not all that surprising. Deatrich Wise would be in line for increased snaps should Butler ultimately get ruled out.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Patriots place second-round tender on Adam Butler Coming off the best season of his career, the Patriots are treating Adam Butler like an important piece to their future.According to a sourc...
MARCH 17, 2020 • CAPECODTIMES.COM
